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commissioners Dale Templin, James Denk, Robert Ward, Annette Sivels, Joan Pfifer
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The Franklin Police Merit Commission was established, by city ordinance, in 1992. Commissioners were selected and began business in 1993. Two commissioners are appointed by the mayor, two are elected by the officers of the police department, and one is selected by the city council. Of the commissioners selected by the mayor and the police officers, one must be republican and one must be democrat.
The commissioners are charged, both by city ordinance and by state statute, with the responsibilities of selecting new officers for the department, and presiding over specific disciplinary proceedings. The commission's authority in disciplinary matters ranges from reprimand to termination. Additionally, the commissioners are responsible for developing, implementing and overseeing promotional processes.
Commissioners meet on the first Tuesday of each month.
Current commissioners are:
James Denk, Democrat, Officer's Appointment
Robert Ward, Republican, Officer's Appointment
Annette Sivels, Democrat, Mayoral Appointment
Dale Templin, Republican, Mayoral Appointment
Joan Pfifer, Republican, City Council Appointment
Daniel S. Vandiver, Commission Attorney
In Memoriam
Franklin Police Merit Commissioner Dale Templin passed away in late August, 2007. Mr. Templin had a long life of public service, not the least of which was that of Police Merit Commissioner. Mr. Templin was proud of his tenure on the Commission, and took his duties seriously, serving with compassion and exercising judgment and leadership. Mr. Templin will be missed and fondly remembered by his fellow commissioners, the men and women of the Franklin Police Department and the entire community. |
